On Sunday, November 16, 3pm, the Bryan Symphony Orchestra continues their concert season performing the New World Symphony by Dvorak and featuring School of Music alum, Jeffery Whaley. Whaley, principal horn player of the Knoxville Symphony, will perform alongside TTU School of Music horn instructor, Dr. Justin Stanley, and students Walker Andrews and Jenna Saucier in Robert Schumann’s Concertpiece for 4 horns and orchestras. For ticket information visit the BSO website at: bryansymphony.org
Author: Cody Bryant
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2025 Holiday Payroll Deadlines – November
2025 Holiday Payroll Deadlines
Please observe the following deadlines during the upcoming holiday season.
November Deadlines
- The deadline for receipt of any payroll changes normally due by the 15th is 4:30 P.M. on Wednesday, November 12th
- November Student/Temp payroll is on Wednesday, November 12th
- November monthly payroll is on Tuesday, November 25th
Keep up to date with all payroll deadlines on our website below!
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Dr. David F. Ludwig Memorial Student Travel Scholarship
Namal Abeysooriya, a Ph.D. student in the Environmental Sciences program and under the supervision of Dr. Tammy Boles, Associate Professor in the College of Emerging & Integrative Studies, has been awarded the Dr. David F. Ludwig Memorial Student Travel Scholarship in the Ph.D. category for 2025. This nationally competitive award, administered by the Association for Environmental Health & Sciences (AEHS) Foundation, was established to recognize students pursuing high-impact research in ecology and ecological sciences and provides funding for travel associated with research or professional development. He was the only Ph.D. student in the country selected for this year’s award.
With support from this award, Namal will present his research findings at the 41st Annual International Conference on Soils, Sediments, Water, and Energy, where he will engage with scientists, regulators, and industry leaders from across the globe.
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SOES seminar series presents Loren Hayes – University of TN – Chattanooga
School of Environmental Studies (SOES) Seminar Series: Dr. Loren D. Hayes, University of TN – Chattanooga
“Sexual differences in a plural breeder: Sociality and conflict between males and females”
Why do animals live in groups? Are the benefits and costs of group-living similar for males and females? These questions have been at the core of my research program and the focus of my 20-year study of the plurally breeding rodent, Octodon degus.
My talk will focus on how our understanding of degu sociality has evolved over 20 years and has led us to think that degu sociality is characterized by considerable sexual conflict.Thursday, November 13th 11:00 a.m. in LSC 1201
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Student Affairs Student Spotlight – Bailey Bechtold
Meet Bailey Bechtold, our November Student Affairs Student Spotlight!
Bailey is a senior at Tennessee Tech majoring in Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in Mechatronics. On campus, Bailey is an active member of the Autonomous Robotics Club, where she has served as Project Lead for T.A.L.U.S. and currently serves as Event Planner, coordinating activities and outreach events. Beyond her academic involvement, Bailey serves as a Trailblazer, welcoming prospective students to Tech, and as an academic tutor, helping peers succeed in engineering and math. This spring, Bailey was honored with the Spectrum Award for her outstanding involvement at Tech. After graduation, she hopes to pursue a career focused on innovation and service.
Read more about Bailey’s accomplishments here!
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Reflecting on the Honors 50th Anniversary Celebration
The Tech Honors Program held its 50th Anniversary celebration on November 1. Over fifty current Honors students, alumni, faculty, and friends joined us to reminisce and enjoy time creating new memories together. Our trivia competition included questions from across the semi-centennial history of Honors. Congrats to the first-place winners Yulieth Mercado (Honors ChE student) and Eric & Angie Hyche (in cursu honorum, EE ’87 and BIOL ’88). Thank you to our student volunteers and all who attended!
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Careers n’ Coffee with 21st Mortgage Corporation
Take a break and enjoy a FREE cup of coffee while speaking with recruiters from 21st Mortgage Corporation on Monday, November 10, at 11 AM in the RUC’s Swoops Food Court.
21st Mortgage, a full-service manufactured housing lender, offers exciting career opportunities for recent grads and professionals at all levels. They are seeking dependable, positive, motivated individuals eager to learn and grow in a team-focused environment.
Check on Handshake to find out more about this and other employer events!
Careers n’ Coffee events are hosted by the Center for Career Development.
931-372-3232
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City of Cookeville to increase parking enforcement on public streets near campus
University Police has been advised that the City of Cookeville plans to increase parking enforcement on public streets near campus, including ticketing and possibly towing vehicles parked illegally. Students’ best option is to park in a legal, on-campus spot using a vehicle registered with the Parking & Transportation Office. If using street parking, be sure to follow posted city signage and avoid driveways, fire hydrants and no parking zones. As a reminder, the university offers a free shuttle service Monday to Friday when classes are in session. Learn more here.
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Inviting Goldwater Scholarship Applications
Are you interested in a research career in the natural sciences (incl. psychology), mathematics, or engineering? Do you know a student who qualifies? In Spring 2026, the Goldwater Foundation will award scholarships of up to $7500 per year. If you would like to discuss it or learn more, I will host information sessions online and in person:
Tuesday, November 11 at 4:00 pm: Zoom
Wednesday, November 12 at 4:00 pm in BRUN 247
If you cannot attend either, email Dr. Reid to arrange a meeting.
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Celebrate the World: Community Fest- November 13th at 4:30 PM (Centennial Plaza)
Join us for an exciting event featuring international cuisine, a global music DJ, and a variety of creative crafts like pottery, bracelet making, and more, organized by student groups. Enjoy a bonfire and engage with faculty and the Tech community in a lively atmosphere. Co-sponsored by Intercultural Affairs and the SOLO Fund, this event will be held on Thursday, November 13th, from 4:30 to 7:00 PM at Centennial Plaza, with a rain location at MPR (RUC, 282).
For questions or accommodations, contact InterculturalAffairs@tntech.edu or call 931-372-3392.